The defensive line is the heart of any successful defense, tasked with both disrupting the opposing quarterback with a pass rush and shutting down rushing attacks. This season, we will monitor NFL defensive line play all season long, ranking the league's unit from No. 1 to No. 32.
These power rankings provide clear tiers on each NFL team's market assessment, offering a comprehensive view of team standings and future prospects. All of the information below and more can be found in PFF’s power rankings tool
Separation percentage measures how often a receiver beats the coverage to get open rather than benefiting from a defense more focused on limiting yards after the catch or stopping them short of the first down.
Lockdown percentage focuses on coverage, measuring how well a defender prevents a receiver from getting open. It excludes plays where the defender intentionally gives up space to protect the first-down marker or limit yards after the catch.
Explaining the factors that drive line movements in betting markets, helping you assess whether a change is an overreaction or underreaction to these market influences.
After 17 weeks of NFL action, the league's rookies are making their mark with standout performances. Among the top-graded first-year players are a mix of highly touted first-round picks and impressive Day 3 selections.
Explaining the factors that drive line movements in betting markets, helping you assess whether a change is an overreaction or underreaction to these market influences.
Aaron Rodgers acknowledged Wednesday that the thought is on his mind that the Jets' season finale against the Dolphins at MetLife Stadium on Sunday could be his final NFL game.
As he nears the end of one of his most productive seasons, Vikings RB Aaron Jones made it clear this week: He has found a new home and hopes to re-sign with the team when his contract expires this spring.
The Giants are missing Saquon Barkley more than just on the field during this 3-13 season. It's in the locker room where some believe there may be the biggest void.
Nine Baltimore Ravens, including two-time NFL MVP Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, were selected for the Pro Bowl Games. Patrick Mahomes wasn't selected for the first time since becoming Kansas City's starting quarterback in his second season.
How high did the Raiders rise and how far did the Texans fall in our rankings? Plus, we picked the biggest contract situation to watch on all 32 teams.
As quarterbacks toe the line between taking advantage of rules made to protect them and getting out of harm's way, defenders are left trying to navigate a sticky situation.
The Packers are locked in as a wild card team in the NFC but head coach Matt LaFleur noted that starters will still play in Sunday's game against the Bears.
Much like he did last year for the Rams, Carson Wentz will start the last game of the regular season for the Chiefs as they've already solidified their playoff position.
Edge rusher Shaq Barrett's unexpected return to the Buccaneers went down last week, but Barrett said on Thursday that the team was not one of the first ones who reached one to see if he was interested in ending his retirement.
The Bengals handed out injury designations for Saturday's game against the Steelers and a couple of key skill position players earned questionable tags.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley won't be in the lineup against his former team on Sunday, but he remained on the Giants' minds as they move toward the end of the season.
While Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovialoa has been able to get on the practice field, at this point Miami is still preparing for Tyler Huntley to start Sunday’s season finale against the Jets.
In the aftermath of Wednesday's terrorist attack in New Orleans, state, federal, and local officials will be taking a closer look at the security plan for Super Bowl LIX.
The Bills have clinched the No. 2 seed in the AFC, but quarterback Josh Allen will start Sunday's regular-season finale even while some other playoff-bound quarterbacks will sit out.
After clinching the NFC West through the strength of victory tiebreaker last Sunday night, the Rams will do what they've traditionally done under head coach Sean McVay and rest starters in the final week of the season.
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